Children

Good nutrition and exercise protects kids from obesity, diabetes and a host of chronic diseases, but the real key to a healthy child is a strong immune system.

The immune system fights bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites every day and although your child will be exposed to these pathogens, a strong immune system is their most powerful natural defense.

Always start with good balanced nutrition. Nutritional and vitamin deficiencies often make your child’s immune system vulnerable to colds, flu and serious illnesses. Many vitamins and minerals necessary for a healthy immune system are found in an organic diet filled with fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans and whole grains. Add an easy to take children’s multi-vitamin, and supplement these with probiotics, the most efficient way to boost the immune system.

Remember, homeopathic medicines, prebiotic and probiotics supplements are ideal for children and are extremely effective in providing your child with a powerful immune system.

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Essential Fatty Acids and Autism

New research from a biochemist in the United Kingdom is being released as a possible treatment to fight some of the symptoms of autism. Dr. Gordon Bell, who is not only a researcher but a father of a child with autism as well, believes that fish oils may relieve some of the behavioral issues children with autism display. Dr. Bell presented his findings at Stirling University in Scotland.

Dr. Bell bases his theory on studies that children with autism are deficient in essential fatty acids. His findings discovered that two-thirds of these children show this deficiency.
His recommendation is that children with autism be supplemented with:

Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)

Gamma Linoleic Acid (GLA)

Vitamin E

"In children taking supplements daily, parents have reported less aggression, hyperactivity and improvements in sleep disturbance, which can be a major problem in autism. In some instances, there have been improvements in speech and basic behavior as well as the ability of the child to concentrate and attend what is going on." says Dr. David Bell

Signs of Fatty Acid Deficiency

Excessive thirst

Frequent urination

Dry skin

Dry hair

Soft or brittle nails

Dandruff

Rough, dry and/or bumpy skin especially on the upper arms and legs

Dr. Bell also states this also is a theory towards dyslexia, dyspraxia and ADHD.